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New Times Corporation observes one-week for ‘Kofigo’
![Mr, William Akpeko [left] Mrs Akpeko Wife and his Son](https://thespectatoronline.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Mr-William-Akpeko-left-Mrs-Akpeko-Wife-and-his-Son.jpg)
Mr William Alou (left), Mrs Akpeko (Wife) and his Son, Abel
The management and staff of New Times Corporation (NTC) held a one-week remembrance ceremony for the late Maxwell Dodzi Akpeko.
Mr Akpeko was an Electrician with the Technical Services Department of the corporation and died on September 6 after a short illness.
Staff of the corporation (both the Ghanaian Times and the Spectator) as well as the family of the late ‘Kofigo’ as affectionately called,came together to remember him.
The Acting Managing Director of NTC, Mr Dave Agbenu described Mr Akpeko as a brother who was always in his company and shared fond memories.
“We had very good acquaintance when he joined the corporation and we could have a conversation the whole day,” he stated.
He urged the staff to take their health seriously saying the physical wellbeing of everyone was very important.
“As we are aging, we are prone to sickness and must do well to seek medical attention anytime we are sick,” he stated.
Mr Agbenu who doubles as the Editor of the Ghanaian Times newspaper said “to lose two workers suddenly is too much pain, we should take our healthcare seriously”.
In her sermon, the Acting Editor of the Spectator, Mrs Georgina Quaittoo urged the staff and family of the deceased to trust in the Lord to ‘heal their wounds.’
She said death was inevitable but when it occured, putting ones hope in God was the only way for everyone to get back to their feet.
“As we grief, we should know God is with us, get close to him and accept Jesus Christ as your Lord and personal saviour.
The Secretary of the Professional and Managerial Staff Union (PMSU), Mr Andrew Parker described the late Kofigo as a quiet person and loved to work with everyone.
He said, no one could escape death, hence the need for everyone to give their lives to Christ “so that we may be remembered in eternity”
Present were Acting Administration and Human Resource Manager, Mr Suleman Osman, Channel Marketing and Circulation Manager, Mr Alfred Koomson.
Also present at the event were the wife of the deceased, Mrs Cecilia Akpeko, son, Abel Akpeko and brother, William Alou.
The remains of the late Mr Akpeko who had worked with the corporation since December 1,1998 until his demise on September 6 2023 will be laid to rest at the La Cemetery on September 30 after burial service at his residence at Alajo, a suburb of Accra.
By Michael D. Abayateye
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National Service Authority to Introduce Military Training
Management of the National Service Authority, yesterday, Wednesday, April 23, 2025, held talks with the Military High Command towards the implementation of the National Service Emergency Response Readiness Programme (NSERRP).
When implemented, this will reflect His Excellency the President’s commitment towards the implementation of a short military training for National Service Personnel (NSPs) as planned efforts to instill discipline, nationalism and physical fitness among Ghanaian graduates.
The President shared this position during his maiden State of the Nation Address in Parliament on Thursday February 27, 2025.
At yesterday ’s meeting, the Director-General, Mr. Felix Gyamfi reiterated the need for all personnel to undergo basic military drills and orientation as part of orienting the youth to embrace national development.
“The introduction of this military training is a step in the right direction and must be embraced by all and sundry as one of the indicators for resetting the country, particularly the youth,” he commented.
On his part, Brigadier General Amoah-Boakye assured the Authority of their willingness to provide the requisite training for personnel when the Programme officially commences.
In all, personnel will receive up to two months of composite basic military drills starting 3rd August, 2025.
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Ghana Tourism Authority acts on concerns of minors allegedly taken to Hotel in Accra New Town.
The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has taken swift action following reports circulating on social media regarding an incident involving minors allegedly taken to a hotel in Accra New Town.
The case has been formally reported to the Nima Division of the Ghana Police Service for investigation.
In line with their mandate to ensure safety and compliance in the tourism and hospitality sector, our CEO Mrs.Maame Efua Houadjeto delegated a team from the GTA Head Office, Mr. Gilbert Abeiku Aggrey, Deputy CEO, Special Duties and Mr Ekow Sampson, Deputy CEO, Operations who joined the Greater Accra Regional Director, Ms. Roberta Dawson-Amoah, and the Deputy Director of Marketing, Ms. Clara Nketiah, to visit the said facility.
The objective was to verify the facts on the ground and take necessary regulatory action.
They commended the Ghana Police Service for their co-operation and continued support in the ongoing investigation.
Additionally, the team inspected Royal Dede Beach Resort, which has been converted into a hostel under new management without official notification to the Ghana Tourism Authority.
The team discovered that the hostel’s operations were not in compliance with the L. I 2239. Meanwhile the operator has been directed to the Standards and Quality Assurance Department of the Authority for the necessary regulation.
“We remind all accommodation operators that the Tourism(Registration and Licensing of Accommodation) Regulations, 2016 (L.I. 2239) mandates every facility to register and obtain a license from the GTA before commencing operations.
This regulation ensures quality, safety, and compliance across the industry,” they noted.
The GTA they said, remains committed to safeguarding the public and upholding the highest standards in the hospitality sector and urged
the public to report suspicious or non-compliant facilities to the nearest GTA office.
